The Country Music Hall of Fame formally inducted three new members on Oct. 21: Ricky Skaggs (modern era), Dottie West (veteran era, decreased) and Johnny Gimble (musician, deceased). A number of Hall of Fame members and other country artists were in attendance for the celebration, including Randy Travis, Charlie Daniels, Garth Brooks, Vince Gill, Emmylou…… MORE
Lauren Alaina’s Step-Dad Passes Away After Cancer Battle
Lauren Alaina’s step-dad, Sam Ramker, passed away on Oct. 21, after battling Stage IV cancer since March. Lauren shared the news via Instagram, stating: “My stepdad, Sam, went to heaven at one o’clock this morning. He was the purest example of how to love and live life fully. His last few hours were some of…… MORE
CMA Awards Announce First Round of Performers, Including Keith Urban, Carrie Underwood, Kenny Chesney & More
The Country Music Association announced its first round of performers for the 52nd annual CMA Awards: Kelsea Ballerini, Luke Bryan, Kenny Chesney, Dan + Shay, Old Dominion, Carrie Underwood and Keith Urban. Hosted for the 11th consecutive year by Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood, the CMA Awards will air live from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville…… MORE
Cody Johnson Talks Small-Town Texas Roots, Success as an Indie Artist, New Single, Upcoming Major-Label Debut Album & More
Jim Casey talks with Cody Johnson about: growing up in the small town of Sebastopol, Texas learning the drums from his father at a young age the advantage of having a background in drums being surrounded by gospel music from his family members early musical influences, from Elvis to Billy Joe Shaver gaining respect from…… MORE
OCTOBER 19, 2018
JOHN STAMOS CRIED on “Live with Kelly and Ryan” yesterday, after they showed a picture of him with his new son Billy . . . just because he MISSED HIM. He also revealed that he and his wife are trying for another kid, even though Billy was just born in April. “Taste of Country”…… MORE
Lauren Alaina Cancels More Shows Due to “Family Medical Emergency”
Due to a “family medical emergency,” Lauren Alaina will not perform on Oct. 19 in Sugar Land, Texas, or Oct. 20 in New Braunfels, Texas, as part of Cole Swindell and Dustin Lynch’s Reason to Drink Another Tour. Lauren’s step-dad, Sam Ramker, has been battling Stage IV cancer since March. Lauren and her teamed shared…… MORE
Who’s New: Nora Collins
Born: Brookfield, Wis. Lives: Nashville Age: 24 Single: “Plain Jane” EP: Strings (Nov. 2) Twitter: @Nora_Collins Instagram: @Nora_Collins Facebook: @NoraCollinsOfficial How did you get started playing music? I have always loved to sing. It all started in the church choir. The director saw something in me and suggested to my parents that we look into…… MORE
Watch Carrie Underwood, Runaway June, and Maddie & Tae Perform Power Medley
Carrie Underwood will launch her Cry Pretty Tour 360 in May 2019, but she got the party started early at the CMT Artists of the Year Awards on Oct. 17 as she teamed with future tourmates Runaway June and Maddie & Tae to perform a medley of iconic songs, including: Tammy Wynette’s “Stand By Your…… MORE
61 of Our Favorite Red Carpet Photos From CMT’s “Artists of the Year” Celebration
Before the stars hit the stage at Nashville’s Schermerhorn Symphony Center for the CMT Artists of the Year celebration, they strutted their stuff on the red carpet, including Carrie Underwood, Maren Morris, Kelsea Ballerini, Lady Antebellum, Trisha Yearwood, Sheryl Crow and many more. Check out our photo gallery, courtesy of Tammie Arroyo, AFF-USA.com. photos by…… MORE
Morgan Wallen Announces 26-Date Headlining Tour
Morgan Wallen will kick off 2019 by embarking on his headlining If I Know Me Tour, which takes its moniker from the title of his debut album. The 26-date tour starts on Jan. 5 in Milwaukee and makes additional stops in Atlanta, Nashville, Boston, Los Angeles, Las Vegas and more through March. Michael Hardy will…… MORE
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TUESDAY, MAY 6, 2025
Country music is known for its storytelling, and honest depictions of everyday people. Which is why it’s funny, that so many country stars have used STAGE NAMES this whole time. Here are some country artists, and their real names, that might surprise you: 1. Garth Brooks’ full name is Troyal Garth Brooks. 2. Hank Williams’…
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